Effectiveness of Coenzyme Q10 and Probiotics in Periodontal Therapy During Pregnancy

This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of adjunctive coenzyme Q10 and probiotic supplementation (Limosilactobacillus reuteri Prodentis®) in improving periodontal health in pregnant women undergoing non-surgical periodontal therapy. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: the test group will receive professional oral hygiene every three months along with a coenzyme Q10-based toothpaste and daily probiotic supplementation; the control group will follow the same protocol without probiotics. The primary outcome is the reduction of the Plaque Index (PI), while secondary outcomes include Bleeding on Probing (BoP), Probing Pocket Depth (PPD), Clinical Attachment Level (CAL), gingival inflammation (MGI, PMGI), plaque distribution (PCR%, API), and gingival recession (R). The study duration is 6 months. The goal is to assess whether this combined therapy can promote a balanced oral microbiota and enhance periodontal health during pregnancy.

NCT Number	NCT07029360
Lead Sponsor	University of Pavia
Conditions	Pregnancy, Periodontal Disease, Gingivitis, Dental Plaque, Probiotics, Coenzyme Q10, Microbiota
Enrollment	40 participants
Start Date	2025-07-01
Primary Completion	2026-06-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-06-10 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-02-20